Introducing Emerging Economies on WorkBC.ca

18 August 2025
A collage of four different photos showing workers in each of the four emerging economies (Blue, Care, Green, STEM): the first is a marine biologist wearing scuba gear measuring a coral reef, the second is a care worker wearing scrubs and protective equipment, the third is a worker installing solar panels on a roof and the fourth is a worker wearing a face mask, lab coat and gloves holding up a beaker and test tube.

An important part of career, education or business planning is learning about the different economies and how they shape our labour market. Labour market information can be used to help job seekers, students, educators and employers make informed decisions and discover new opportunities. To help support these efforts, we have created webpages highlighting three emerging economies in B.C. — Blue, Care and STEM — and refreshed the existing Green Economy webpage.

Blue Economy: Making Waves in B.C.’s Labour Market

The Blue Economy involves economic activities related to oceans, seas and coastlines. B.C.’s vast marine resources offer many career opportunities in industries like aquaculture, shipbuilding, maritime tourism, as well ocean ecosystem conservation. This new page provides industry insights, training and funding information for anyone interested in Blue Economy careers.

Care Economy: Supporting People and Communities

The Care Economy focuses on careers that promote individual and community well-being, such as health care, early childhood education, elder care and social services. With an aging population and increasing demand for support services, the Care Economy is one of the fastest growing in B.C. The new page outlines career paths in support-focused industries, along with education and financial aid resources to help people enter or advance in these essential roles.

Green Economy: Building a Sustainable Future

The Green Economy highlights careers and industries that contribute to environmental sustainability and climate resilience. Explore careers in areas like renewable energy, environmental engineering and sustainable construction. This page is especially helpful for those looking to align their work with environmental values and future-focused industries.

STEM Economy: Powering Innovation and Growth

The STEM Economy showcases careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. Workers in the STEM Economy are driving innovation across all other sectors and industries. From artificial intelligence (AI) to data science, the demand for STEM talent continues to rise. This page provides insights into high-demand roles such as software developers, engineers and cybersecurity specialists, as well as offering tools to explore these career pathways.

Summary

Together, these four economy pages help people in B.C. prepare for the jobs of tomorrow. Each one is packed with labour market insights, job search tips and links to training opportunities — making it easier than ever to discover meaningful, future-focused careers.